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In fight against avian flu, state looks for diseased birds

In fight against avian flu, state looks for diseased birds

In their search, investigators are particularly interested in dead birds of certain species, including hawks and eagles.
by Mark Steil

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MN's St. Louis River listed among nation's most endangered

MN's St. Louis River listed among nation's most endangered

American Rivers says the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine threatens the river's water quality. The group worries about the risk of pollution and loss of wetlands.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Big feedlots feed big worries in southern Minnesota

Big feedlots feed big worries in southern Minnesota

Lowell Trom sits at the center of a fight over the growth of huge feedlots that some believe are damaging the region's environment and quality of life.
by Elizabeth Baier

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Black bears emerge from hibernation, ready to eat

Early spring is an important time to think about how to prevent human-bear confrontations. Not many plants are growing yet, so finding food can be a challenge for the animals.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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DNR hires a new fleet of planes to douse wildfires

DNR hires a new fleet of planes to douse wildfires

The dry winter has heightened the danger for fires this year. More than 6,000 acres have burned so far in around 300 separate fires.
by Matt Sepic

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Can lower speeds prevent crude oil train derailments?

Can lower speeds prevent crude oil train derailments?

Listen to BNSF Spokesperson Michael Trevino discuss the safety measures announced this week.

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Feds add new protections for long-eared bats

Feds add new protections for long-eared bats

Federal regulators Wednesday classified the bats as threatened amid concerns over white-nose syndrome, a disease deadly to the creatures. Minnesota research played a role in protecting the bats.
by John Enger

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Minnesota farm lobbyists flex new political muscle

Minnesota farm lobbyists flex new political muscle

GOP election wins in rural Minnesota have lawmakers in both parties looking to weaken environmental laws tied to agriculture. A key plan by Gov. Dayton faces stiff resistance.
by Tom Scheck

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